Trista Bailey, Mika Chang & Nadine Gouws.
Tutors: Bhaveeka Madagammana.
The primary aim of this project was to establish an urban Papakāinga for Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa, emphasising a profound connection to the whenua and promoting intergenerational living. Designed to accommodate 100 residents, the project sought to fortify cultural and spiritual identity, specifically focusing on compact design, collective ownership, and communal living tailored to the community’s unique requirements
Central to our approach was a comprehensive understanding of Core Māori Values and Te Aranga Māori Design Principles, which served as the guiding framework for our design philosophy. Additionally, the project addressed the social dynamics within family structures, ensuring flexibility and adaptability within the Papakāinga scheme.
The architectural layout comprises six vertical clusters, each accommodating 16-18 extended family members in units connected by internal vertical circulation. The allocation of amenities within each floor allows for the potential self-containment of each unit. This collective ownership model facilitates flexibility in response to potential relocations, thereby sustaining community resilience. The urban Papakāinga project embodies the ethos of Māori living, focusing on inclusivity, accessibility, and adaptability to accommodate an intergenerational lifestyle that anticipates future changes. Lower levels are dedicated to kaumātua, featuring expanded spaces for accessibility, along with a larger kitchen and dining area designed to foster familial gatherings and communal interaction.
Our integrated approach ensures that the design is not only culturally and socially enriching but also economically viable. The project supports commercial adaptability by enabling collective ownership within each cluster and offering flexibility to lease or sell individual units in response to evolving family needs. This ensures that the Papakāinga remains responsive to the developing needs of the community while maintaining its integrity and overarching objectives.
Project Overview: six cluster form the basis of the project scheme, separated into two buildings.
Floorplans
Floorplans
Cluster Two: zooming into the multigenerational approach.
Cluster Section
Papakāinga outdoor area.
Connecting to a sense of place – Communal Terraces
Building A: Section B-B
